Prisoners affiliated with ISIS have taken control of a prison in Volgograd, Russia, holding guards hostage and resulting in casualties. The incident has raised concerns over security measures in Russian prisons and the potential for further terrorist actions by extremist groups.
The situation escalated during a disciplinary meeting at penal colony No. 19, where at least three assailants attacked prison staff. Videos circulating on social media depict the violent aftermath, with bloodshed and claims of allegiance to the Islamic State.
This incident follows a similar event in June, indicating a troubling pattern of ISIS-related violence within Russian correctional facilities. Authorities are now on high alert as special forces surround the prison to resolve the hostage situation.
